While many lawyers are storytellers[1], some seem to have a “gift.” When these people say, “Let me tell you a story…” everyone gets quiet. They know the story will be entertaining and memorable. It will be a story they would like to tell themselves. Great storytellers may have something special, but for the most part, […]
I recall the first time I gave a closing statement to a jury. I represented a farmer who suffered a neck injury years earlier. I got to know this farmer pretty well and spent time with him on his farm. I became friendly with him and his family. As a result, I really wanted to […]
Paul J. Campson, of Campson & Campson Attorneys at Law, is an experienced trial lawyer who has represented personal injury clients throughout New York State and in federal courts. His leading practice areas include lead and mold cases, abuse, motor vehicle accidents, and work injuries. Paul has also been recognized for his pro bono work […]
Join me as I talk tips for upping your trial performance. I’ll cover all aspects of the trial, including, jury selection, opening statements, direct witness testimony, cross-examination, closing arguments, jury instructions, and verdicts. Discussions are welcome in the comments section. — Tad Thomas As the final piece of your trial, the closing argument is not […]
Corrynn J. Peters is a founding partner of Phillips & Peters, PLLC. Born in Ontario, Canada, Peters moved to Wisconsin as a child and attended Regent University School of Law in Virginia in 2000. Today, Corrynn dedicates her legal talents to helping families that need the benefit of a competent and ethical attorney while being […]
One of the first things clients want to know is the answer to the question, “How much is my case worth?” The truth is we could talk about this topic for days and not cover all the considerations that must be addressed. However, there are some essential issues every Plaintiff’s attorney must have a good […]
Kimberly H. Phillips is a founding partner of Phillips & Peters, PLLC. She has worked in family law since 2005 and regularly counsels clients on matters of divorce, equitable distribution, child custody and visitation, spousal and child support, adoptions, and more. In 2010, Phillips and Peters, PLLC was formed and is a boutique law firm […]
Technology is an essential part of any modern practicing attorney’s toolkit. In Tad’s Tech Corner, join me as I discuss how to best utilize technology– both from a device and software standpoint– during your daily lawyering tasks and during trial. Discussions, as always, are welcome in the comments section below. — Tad Thomas Rapid advancements […]
We’ve all heard the following story before: “For a long time I chased money, but found out that the real joy in life comes from things you can’t buy.” Beyond a trope used commonly in movies, it’s a real-life experience I’ve actually had. When I was younger, I found myself chasing an ideal. My ideal […]
Since 1995, Bernard D. Nomberg has practiced civil litigation in Birmingham, Alabama. At Nomberg Law Firm, his practice focuses on workers’ compensation, Social Security disability, and personal injury claims. Bernard is a member of the Birmingham Bar Workers’ Compensation and Solo/Small Firm Sections and serves on the Bar’s Mentoring Committee and Grievance Committee. Lawyer Minds: […]
